Can you spy on your neighbor with a drone?

One recent change addresses the potential for invasions of privacy. California law prohibits one person from operating a drone over another person’s property with the intent to record private moments without consent. Individuals who use drones to spy on others can be guilty of trespass and invasion of privacy.

Is it illegal for a drone to follow you?

The appropriate authority to deal with cases of a spying drone is the local police force that deals with complaints of stalking or peeping toms. You may call in the FAA if the drone is being operated illegally or in an unsafe way. What’s important is that you get sufficient evidence of the occurrence.

Can I Sue my Neighbor for flying a drone on my property?

Although this rule no longer applies, he said that if a drone were to fly onto your property, you could potentially file a civil complaint against your neighbor. And in some states, drones flying into your window could be considered a criminal action, too.

What to do if you have a complaint about a drone?

If you can’t find the operator, and the drone is clearly hovering outside of a window or over your property, you may have a legitimate complaint. Check the laws in your area, and define your complaint.

Why do I see drones flying in my neighborhood?

That drone you see in your neighborhood is probably nothing to do with you, even if flying at low altitude: the camera may very well be focused on the property for sale next door, or the new construction going on down the street.

Can a drone service run afoul of private property?

Drone coverage of news events, search and rescue operations, real estate advertising – these are common commercial drone services that have a potential of running afoul of private property owners. What does Part 107 say about flying over private property? Part 107 Course: Use coupon code ‘3d50’ for $50 off Pilot Institute.